When the shuttle landed, Tai Tzu Ying became the first Women’s Singles player who won back-to-back champion at Asia Championships since 2008. This is not only her third champion but also her 22nd wins in 23 matches this year. Furthermore, Tai is running 18-matches winning streak now. She will regain the top spot in the ranking of BWF released on Thursday.

The Queen beat home player Chen Yu Fei by taking two consecutive games in finals. Although Chen had a 19-16 lead in the first game, she failed to close it. Tai came up with a better form when it mattered and reversely took the first game.

In the second game, the match point was taken by Chen firstly. However, the Queen outclassed her opponent once again and ultimately lifted the title. The champion will make Tai surpass Akane Yamaguchi, returning to World No.1 in Women’s Singles.

Korean Women’s Singles Sung Ji Hyun defeated Indian Pusarla V. Sindhu in quarterfinals. It was her fifth win against her old rival. Eventually, she lifted a bronze medal in China. Besides, Korean Women’s Singles Lee Jang Mi won against Thai Ratchanok Intanon for the first time and reached quarterfinals.

Korean Women’s Doubles Kim So Yeong / Kong Hee Yong reached semifinals at Asia Championships as well. The duo has been remixed since late 2017 and they impressively took the bronze medal for Korea in Wuhan.